ASIA CRUISES

See rural rice fields covered in mist and cosmopolitan cities awash in neon lights in Asia.

Asia has enchanted and bewildered visitors for ages. The continent's combination of energetic cities, traditional architecture and exotic landscapes will overwhelm and delight your senses. Discover a tropical paradise in Thailand, where you can snorkel in the Phi Phi Islands or zipline through the rainforest in Chiang Mai. Jump onboard an Asia cruise to see the Temple of Heaven in Beijing or scale the Great Wall of China. Take in kaleidoscopic Tokyo and get swept up in the city's fast-beating heartbeat at Shibuya Crossing. Hit the streets of Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur to sample street-food classics like nasi lemak — coconut rice spiced with sambal hot sauce and paired with fried chicken — or trek through mist-covered rice paddies in Vietnam.

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Cities of Tomorrow

Asia's sprawling metropolises are some of the world's most futuristic urban centers and Asia’s top attractions. Gaze at a forest of skyscrapers in Hong Kong, see mind-blowing 3-D art projections in Tokyo, or stroll through innovative billion-dollar gardens in Singapore

Insider Tips

1Asia's summers tend to be hot and humid — great weather for lounging on a tropical beach, but if you're looking for cooler temps, visit at the end of spring or the start of autumn.

2English is spoken and taught in many Asian countries as a second language, but it's always handy to know a few words in the local language to help you navigate the place and culture.

3Stop for food at the spots you see crowded with locals: You might wait in line a bit, but the busy spots are sure to serve up the best, most authentic dishes.

RELATED PORTS

Visit Asia and tour through China's biggest cities, from Hong Kong to Shanghai and Beijing. Experience the culture of mysterious and bustling Japan: See the urban sprawl of Tokyo and the quiet temples and traditional markets of Kyoto. Or set your sights on Thailand's beaches with stops in Phuket and Bangkok.